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Legal — Afulep

Terms of service, consumer guarantees, privacy summary and governing law for Afulep Interior Design operating in Australia (NSW).

Afulep Interior Design (trading as Afulep)
ABN: 51 123 456 789
3/21 Oxford Street, Sydney NSW 2010
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Legal documents & client agreements (sample visuals)

Legal entity & registration

Afulep Interior Design is a sole trader / registered business operating under Australian law. Our ABN (Australian Business Number) is listed above. All contracts and invoices are issued by Afulep unless otherwise agreed in writing.

  • Trading name: Afulep
  • ABN: 51 123 456 789
  • Registered address: 3/21 Oxford Street, Sydney NSW 2010
  • Business hours: Mon–Fri 09:00–18:00 (appointments by arrangement)
Principal Designer — Afulep
Principal Designer
Lead: A. Smith

Terms of service — key clauses

Below are highlights of our service terms. Full terms applicable to each project are provided with proposals and client agreements.

Services include concept design, documentation, procurement guidance and project administration as set out in the written scope. Variations are managed by change orders.

Fees are invoiced per agreement. Deposits may be required. Payments overdue beyond agreed terms may incur interest. Goods and services may be subject to GST where applicable.

Design copyright remains with Afulep until full payment. Client is granted a licence to use produced documentation for the commissioned project only, unless otherwise agreed.
Project contract and plan
Contracts and client agreements are provided with detailed proposals.

Privacy & data handling (summary)

We collect personal data to provide design services, manage projects and comply with legal obligations. We retain client data for business records and tax purposes in line with Australian privacy law. Full details are available in our Privacy Policy.

  • Lawful bases: contract performance, legitimate interest and consent where required.
  • Third parties: suppliers, contractors and professional advisors under confidentiality obligations.
  • Data rights: access, correction and complaints mechanisms described in Privacy Policy.
Design studio data handling
Client data is handled confidentially and securely.

Consumer guarantees, returns & warranties

Afulep complies with the Australian Consumer Law (ACL). Consumer guarantees apply to goods and services where relevant. Our policy below summarises standard practices; refer to item-specific terms for exceptions.

Item Warranty / Guarantee Remedy
Design services Provided with professional care and skill Rectification or re-performance if service fails to meet guarantee
Products / finishes Manufacturer warranties apply; pass-through to client Repair, replacement or refund via supplier / manufacturer
Custom furniture Warranty varies; disclosed in proposal Rectification or replacement as agreed

If you believe a consumer guarantee applies, contact us via Contacts. For unresolved disputes, you may contact NSW Fair Trading or the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC).

Limitation of liability & governing law

To the extent permitted by law, Afulep's liability for loss or damage arising out of or in connection with services is limited as set out in our terms. Nothing in our terms excludes consumer rights under the ACL which cannot be lawfully excluded.

Governing law: These legal terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. Parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of NSW courts for disputes not resolved by alternative dispute resolution.

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Applicable law: New South Wales, Australia

Complaints & dispute resolution

Our preference is to resolve concerns promptly and amicably. If you have a complaint about our services, please:

  1. Contact our office via Contacts with details and supporting documents.
  2. Allow up to 14 business days for acknowledgement and initial response.
  3. If unresolved, request escalation to senior management for mediation.

If a dispute remains unresolved, external options include NSW Fair Trading or the ACCC for consumer-related matters. For contract disputes, parties may consider mediation or arbitration before litigation.

Updates & versioning

This legal page is maintained by Afulep. Last updated: 15 March 2026. We may update these terms from time to time; material changes will be notified on our website.